Fourteen people were injured when a private bus travelling from Nikaweratiya to Anuradhapura veered off the A09 road and crashed into a tree in Galkulama, Thirappane, early today (7).

The injured passengers included 12 men and two women, and all 14 were admitted to Anuradhapura Hospital for treatment.

The bus driver has been taken into custody in connection with the accident.

Thirappane Police are conducting further investigations.